US Military Deploys High-Energy Laser Weapons Operated with Xbox Controllers
The US military is deploying high-energy laser weapons in the Strait of Hormuz and testing them along the southern border to counter drones and cruise missiles. These systems convert electrical energy into concentrated photon beams that disable or destroy targets by heating specific points. Unlike traditional missiles, lasers do not require a physical interceptor for each engagement, potentially lowering costs. Notably, soldiers operate these weapons using modified Xbox controllers. The US has invested around $500 million in this technology, developed over five decades.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 44/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–63/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 24 Sept, 11:54 am. Other outlets followed.